Russia National Day Press Statement by the Secretary of State

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Russia National Day

Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

June 12, 2025

On behalf of the American people, I want to congratulate the Russian people on Russia Day.

The United States remains committed to supporting the Russian people as they continue to build on their aspirations for a brighter future. We also take this opportunity to reaffirm the United States’ desire for constructive engagement with the Russian Federation to bring about a durable peace between Russia and Ukraine. It is our hope that peace will foster more mutually beneficial relations between our countries.

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https://www.state.gov/releases/2025/06/russia-national-day/

[Haggard Celine]

1. I hope Ukraine has a nasty surprise in store

for Russia Day. That would make me happy.

[canetoad]

2. On behalf of....?

Did he ask anyone before he included you all in his greeting? He's a fucking weasel.

[lark]

3. Treason monkey in action - selling out to America's greatest enemy for the benefit of the reich wing rich.

[Conjuay]

4. For the record

Fuck Rubio
Fuck Putin
Fuck that brain salad who claims he is president.